Located just 1 mi from Rajalla På Gränsen Shopping Center, this hostel is right on Haparanda’s main square, Torget. It offers a stylish restaurant, a fully equipped communal kitchen and free WiFi internet access. The Sweden-Finland border is just 0.6 mi away. Svefi Vandrarhem’s rooms include standard rooms in several buildings around the square. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower and cable TV. Bed linen and towels are provided. Svefi’s restaurant Minerva serves daily lunch specials. Other facilities include a TV room. IKEA, the Historical Museum and the Aine Art Museum are all within 1.2 mi of the hotel. Tornio is just 1640 feet away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 futon bed
1 queen bed
and
2 futon beds
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sjölund
    Finland Finland
    Good value for the money. Possibility to book sauna free of charge.
  • Lorenzo
    Italy Italy
    Amazing location and amazing breakfast. There is also the possibility to use the sauna. The staff was really friendly and I could leave my backpack when walking around the city. Highly recommended!
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean and comfortable room . Clean, functional kitchen. Relaxing lounge area

Hotel area info

Amenities of Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Sauna
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Finnish
    • Swedish

    House rules

    Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Crib upon request
    SEK 50 per stay

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests arriving outside check-in hours, or at weekends are kindly asked to contact the hostel in advance. Contact details are provided in the booking confirmation.

    Kindly observe that the rooms, reception and restaurant are all located in different buildings.

    Please note that the restaurant is open from Monday to Friday. Dinner has to be booked in advance and is for group reservations only.

    FAQs about Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel

    • Check-in at Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel include:

      • Twin
      • Double
      • Triple

    • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Sauna
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)

    • Svefi Vandrarhem - Hostel is 800 feet from the center of Haparanda. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.